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For over a century, the Navajo and Zuni peoples have crafted shining crescent-shaped pendants called naja out of silver. Sometimes naja are worn on their own, but they are most frequently seen hanging from the center of a Navajo squash…
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White buffalo turquoise is a highly coveted gemstone among Native Americans and jewelry collectors alike. Many Natives believe this stone is as rare and as powerful as a white buffalo, prized for its unique colors and patterns. White buffalo turquoise…
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Jewelry plays an integral role in the culture of Native Americans as it conveys stories, preserves history, and symbolizes spiritual beliefs and traditions spanning each tribe throughout North America. Starting as far back as 12,000 years ago, jewelry-making was born…
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The meaning and symbolism of turquoise in Native American culture For centuries, turquoise has been prized for its unique color and appearance. In the United States, turquoise is perhaps best known for its role in Native American culture. Turquoise is…
Continue readingWhat Is Santo Domingo Jewelry? Santo Domingo Pueblo is one of the largest, most populous Pueblos in New Mexico. It sits about 25 miles south of Santa Fe, and its location is close to the original Cerillos Turquoise Mines. Consequently,…
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